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Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Wed 2nd Sep 2015 9:14 pm
by scrab
I have recently purchased a MK Lotus Cortina, and new to the Forum/Register. The car is in a dismantled state, and I am in the process of working out what parts are missing. I have no knowledge of the dash handbrake setup, the handle is present, but I would like to find out what the remainder of the mechanism consists of. If anyone has a diagram or can explain this would help me
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 7:50 am
by Keith Halstead
The chrome handle has a small cable attached which hooks over the top of a pivot lever mounted on a pin on the steering box and then a long cable is hooked over the bottom of that lever - in turn this links to a clevis pin on the actuating arm on one of the rear drums.
The parts list book has a diagram of the components.
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 11:18 am
by Pete G
Where are you?
There may be someone local that would let you have a look at their car
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 3:55 pm
by SteveL
think this is called a fulcrum?
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 8:25 pm
by scrab
Thanks for the help. How do I obtain the parts catalogue for future reference, I'm sure I'll need it? I'm in Derby so if there is any members local who wouldn't mind me looking at their car please let me know
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 8:38 pm
by Keith Halstead
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 9:53 pm
by Peter Meyer
Not sure if anybody has suggested that you join LCR but you will find full access to the website helpful.....just saying...
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 10:13 pm
by scrab
I joined 2 weeks ago, paid my subscription, but have had no correspondence. Is this usual?
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 10:46 pm
by Peter Meyer
Yes that is unusual. Sorry to mention it and I'm sure our administrators will fix it!
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Thu 3rd Sep 2015 11:49 pm
by SteveL
scrab wrote:Thanks for the help. How do I obtain the parts catalogue for future reference, I'm sure I'll need it? I'm in Derby so if there is any members local who wouldn't mind me looking at their car please let me know
Probably be easier to go to a car show and take a look
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Fri 4th Sep 2015 11:16 am
by Steve 155C
scrab wrote:I joined 2 weeks ago, paid my subscription, but have had no correspondence. Is this usual?
Hi Steven. Welcome to the LCR. I can see your subs payment , and have now updated your forum access. You will be able to see a lot more info now. I have passed your info onto the membership secretary so expect a copy of the club mag in the post late Sep / October.
Thanks , Steve.
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Fri 4th Sep 2015 11:26 am
by Steve 155C
Have you got a Mk1 or Mk11?
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Fri 4th Sep 2015 12:33 pm
by scrab
Steve 155C wrote:Have you got a Mk1 or Mk11?
I've got a MK1, in a bit of a sorry state at the moment
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Sat 5th Sep 2015 8:14 pm
by mickmade
Hi.
I live in Ravenshead Nottingham,if it helps you are welcome to come and view the handbrake set up.
Regards Mick.
Re: Handbrake Mechanism
Posted: Sun 6th Sep 2015 9:12 am
by scrab
mickmade wrote:Hi.
I live in Ravenshead Nottingham,if it helps you are welcome to come and view the handbrake set up.
Regards Mick.
Mick
Thanks for the offer. I've got a good idea from the photos, so I may be OK , however if I need more clarity I'll contact you.
thanks again
Steve
